Jobs at Riot Games

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Riot Games, the creator of League of Legends, has positioned itself as a pioneer in real‑time multiplayer gaming and cloud‑native infrastructure. The studio’s developer stack includes AWS, Kubernetes, and a microservices architecture that scales to millions of concurrent users.

Riot hires engineers, product managers, data scientists, QA specialists, and creative roles. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, collaborative pair‑programming, and a culture that emphasizes data‑driven design and rapid iteration.

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Associate Art Director - VALORANT, Characters (Agents)

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

The Associate Art Director for Characters at Riot Games is responsible for overseeing the quality and management of their team, focusing on mission, direction, and cohesion. They will own the art direction for Agents in VALORANT, ensuring their cohesion in style and quality supports the game's overall art direction. The role involves working closely with Character team leadership to deliver iconic, creative, and resonant Agents that enhance competitive gameplay. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience leading character-focused art teams in game development, 10+ years of industry experience, and a deep understanding of audience resonance. Riot Games offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment with a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.

Product Analyst

Company: Big Fish Games

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Big Fish Games, a leading developer and publisher of casual games, is seeking a data-driven leader to drive business impact across their game pipeline. The role involves analyzing various game features, synthesizing insights, and establishing best practices. The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background, 2-5 years of experience in free-to-play mobile games, and excellent communication skills. They should be able to operationalize insights, attribute business impact, and inform product strategy across the company.

Social Content Lead (Contract)

Company: Theorycraft Games

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Theorycraft Games is looking for a Social Lead to lead social media and content creation for their game SUPERVIVE. The ideal candidate has experience creating shortform content, managing a TikTok account, and understanding competitive gaming communities. The company offers competitive salaries and equity packages.

Machine Operator III

Company: Scientific Games

Location: Atlanta, GA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

Scientific Games is a global leader in lottery games, sports betting, and technology, with a focus on innovation, performance, and security. The company is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and operate automatic or semi-automatic machines in its production facility.

Senior UX Designer, League Studio

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

The text describes the Hextech team within Tech Foundations, responsible for developing and advancing the League game platform. The role of Senior User Experience Designer is to create design standards and best practices for game creation tools, and to work with cross-discipline stakeholders to guide user-centric product design and planning.

Senior Software Engineer (C#)

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Rockstar Games is seeking a C#/.NET Developer with 6+ years of experience in developing scalable distributed systems. The role involves creating connected experiences across game franchises, developing online services, and improving existing features. Responsibilities include developing high volume, highly scalable server-side features, web services, and distributed server systems. The ideal candidate should be expert in C# and/or C++, have strong CS fundamentals, and experience with API design and development. Familiarity with online gaming systems, commerce systems, and social networking systems is a plus.

Manager, Concept Art - League of Legends

Company: Riot Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 04, 2024

The job posting is for a Concept Art Lead position in Riot Singapore Studio, responsible for leading a team to develop concept art for games. The role requires experience in concept art, management, and leadership, with a focus on delivering high-quality work and promoting individual autonomy and inclusivity.

Senior Backend Engineer (Unannounced project)

Company: DPS Games

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 04, 2024

The job posting is for a Senior Backend Engineer position at DPS Games, a self-publishing game development studio based in Guildford. The company is fully funded by Wargaming and is looking for a talented engineer to design and build scalable and robust systems for their new free-to-play game. The job requires experience with microservice architectures, Kotlin, and real-time communication protocols, as well as strong communication skills and a high level of ownership.

Manager, Data Science - Central Player Dynamics

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

The job description is looking for a Data Science Manager to lead a team of 36 people in Riot's Central Player Dynamics team. The role involves using data and machine learning to moderate behaviors in games and recognize positive play. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and experience in content moderation and team leadership.

Set Builder - Long Island

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Rockstar Games is seeking a Set Builder with experience in fabrication and production of sets and props. The role involves planning and fabrication of stage sets and custom props during pre-production, coordinating set changes during production, and maintaining a functional and safe facility. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of production experience, strong physical abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The position is full-time, in-office based in Bethpage, Long Island, with a pay range of $55,700—$70,000 USD.

Manager, Software Engineering - Teamfight Tactics - Tools & Pipeline

Company: Riot Games

Location: Sydney, Australia

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Riot Games is seeking a Software Engineering Manager for the Tools & Pipeline team within Teamfight Tactics. The role involves leading a team of engineers, creating an engineering vision, and driving efforts towards improved workflows. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of software engineering experience, 2+ years of Engineering Manager experience, and expertise in game/C++ mobile and/or multi-platform development. The company values work-life balance, offers comprehensive perks, and fosters a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Associate Principal Full Stack Engineer (C#/React)

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced Associate Principal Full Stack Engineer to join their Online Services Authentication & Identity team. The successful candidate will work on .NET 8 and TypeScript solutions, supporting Grand Theft Auto Online and upcoming releases. They will take ownership of critical interconnected systems, develop future-looking plans for improvements, and collaborate with an internationally established team. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 4 years in authentication systems. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong sense of ownership, and a passion for web and automation technologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Riot Games?
Employees report a fast‑paced environment that rewards experimentation and cross‑functional collaboration. The company fosters a "player‑first" mindset, encouraging teams to iterate on feedback loops, run A/B tests, and deploy features with high velocity. Professional development is supported through internal mentorship programs, tech talks, and a generous budget for conferences and training.
What types of positions are available at Riot Games?
Riot offers roles across software engineering (frontend, backend, infrastructure, AI/ML), product management, data science, quality assurance, user experience design, localization, community management, and marketing. Technical positions often require proficiency in languages such as C++, Java, Python, and Go, and familiarity with cloud services, container orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Riot Games?
Showcase a portfolio that demonstrates real‑world impact—ideally projects built on scalable architectures or games. Highlight experience with data‑driven decision making, such as implementing analytics pipelines or conducting user‑research studies. Prepare for the interview by mastering system‑design problems, coding challenges, and behavioral questions that reflect Riot’s values of ownership, teamwork, and player focus.

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